Hear from Rob Estes, CEO of Estes Express

  • Full length interview - 52:57
  • Eight snippets capturing interview highlights

In this interview, Rob Estes and Mike Regan discuss the state of the LTL industry, how to work with LTL carriers and what to expect in the future. 

This interview covers topics such as:

  • The cost drivers for LTL carriers and Activity Based Costing
  • Cash Conversion Cycles and their impact on LTL rates
  • How long-term commitments are key to being a shipper of choice
  • Expectations for the LTL market ahead and why to lock in rates now
  • Why Estes bought the Yellow terminals

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FULL LENGTH RECORDING - 52:57

 

 

 

SNIPPETS FROM THE INTERVIEW

 

Activity Based Costing Over Time

 

 

 

   Carrier Collaboration Fueled by Data

 

 

 

   LTL Carriers Measuring the Costs Per Shipper 

 

 

 

   How to Work with LTL Carriers, Including Avoiding the Prefund

 

 

 

Cash Conversion Cycles and Their Impact on LTL Rates

 

 

 

Understanding the Many LTL Cost Drivers

 

 

 

Using a Driver Well on an Average Shipment Basis

 

 

 

Real Estate and Rent Costs for LTL Carriers

 

 

 

 

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